Remote Legal & HR Assistant (Philippines-Based Lawyer/Paralegal)

• Review and modify company agreements.
• Conduct onboarding sessions with new Virtual Assistants, explaining terms of engagement and HR policies.
• Provide first-level HR support and conflict resolution.
• Liaise with local law firms as needed for representation or complex matters.

• Review 5 existing company agreements and modify as per Vital Virtuals requirements.
• Draft/update HR policies and ensure compliance with Philippine labor law.
• Walk new hires through contracts, terms of engagement, and HR policies during onboarding.
• Address employee concerns, disputes, or policy-related questions.
• Maintain compliance documentation and templates (NDAs, notices, consultancy agreements).
• Track updates in Philippine labor regulations relevant to remote/BPO workers.
• Liaise with a local lawyer/firm for representation if formal legal support is needed.

• Licensed lawyer in the Philippines OR law graduate/paralegal with strong HR and labor law background.
• 2+ years of experience in contract drafting, HR compliance, or employment law.
• Familiarity with Philippine Labor Code and BPO/outsourcing legal frameworks.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Experience working with remote teams and international clients preferred.

• Background in healthcare or healthcare staffing industry.
• Knowledge of data privacy regulations (Philippines Data Privacy Act, HIPAA basics).
• Experience creating employee handbooks and HR process documentation.

• Retainer: 10 hours/month (fixed monthly rate; to be discussed based on experience).
• Opportunity to expand responsibilities and hours as the company grows.

Vital Virtuals